Administration – ChurchLeaders

4 Critical Roles of Church Administration

Ray Hollenbach — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:03:04 +0000

Church administration is the place where the church demonstrates the gospel message and priorities. Church administration is where the church walks the walk in a way that supports the gospel talk.

7 Keys to Productivity for Pastors

Kelsey Yarnell — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 21:03:57 +0000

Staying productive is key to being a pastor. With the right tools and strategies, you can save time on communications and administrative work, accomplish your goals, and ultimately, do more to advance the Kingdom of God.

7 Church Hiring Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands

Brian Orme — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 21:01:05 +0000

I firmly believe that if you take these recruiting tips and apply them—and avoid the hiring pitfalls—you will literally save more than $100K in the long run.

The Absence of Trust: 4 Keys To Rebuild When It’s Broken

Michael Warden — Sat, 18 May 2024 11:03:00 +0000

Trust is foundational to all communal endeavors—whether they revolve around accomplishing an organizational objective, or making a marriage work. In the absence of trust, your team cannot succeed.

5 Results Every Pastor and Church Desires From a Building Project

Rodney James — Sun, 12 May 2024 21:01:25 +0000

No matter what size of building project, the responsibility of your building partner is to help you navigate all the hurdles, obstacles, and challenges with as little interruption to your main focus – ministry – as possible.

3 Places Your Pastoral Skills Must Be at Least Average

Eric Geiger — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:01:14 +0000

You must be at least average in these important pastoral skills or those weaknesses will overshadow your strengths.

Jesus Never Told Us To Fill Church Buildings

Karl Vaters — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:01:00 +0000

Discover why Jesus emphasized being the church over just attending. Learn how true spiritual renewal comes from going out to serve, not filling pews.

4 Reasons I Hate Church Policies

Ron Edmondson — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 21:03:34 +0000

When I got to one job church we had a church policy – voted on by the church in a business meeting at some point – on folded chairs.

True Organizational Change Requires a Little Chaos

Gavin Adams — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:01:08 +0000

The process of organizing the business keeps you in business. Unfortunately, organizational change can just as quickly be the beginning of the end

3 Ways a Disorganized Leader Holds the Team Back

Eric Geiger — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 11:01:15 +0000

It is bad leadership for leaders to shrug their shoulders and laugh about their disorganized leadership.

5 Mistakes Pastors Make with Church Finances

Ron Edmondson — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:03:56 +0000

Should pastors be involved in church finances? Working with different churches over the years, I’ve seen lots of approaches and believe there are the five primary church finance mistakes pastors make.

7 Types of Questions to Ask During an Interview

Stephen Blandino — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 07:36:00 +0000

Every church comes to that important moment in their growth where they begin hiring staff. When a church is small, a bad hire can severely handicap your ministry. But regardless of your church’s size, you never want to make a bad hire, which, honestly, is nearly impossible to completely avoid. That’s why you need a […]

7 Skills for Effective Church Administration

Ron Edmondson — Sun, 09 Oct 2022 21:01:39 +0000

I believe there are some helpful skills for those who want to lead in church administration to not only care for and disciple the people in the church now, but actually grow and be healthy at the same time

John Piper: Turn God’s Promises Into Prayers for a Non-Christian Spouse

Stephanie Martin — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 18:23:38 +0000

On the October 3 episode of “Ask Pastor John,” theologian John Piper offers encouraging words to a listener who, for years, has asked his ministry the same short, powerful question: “How do I pray for my husband to be saved?”

I HATE Bad Policies – Don’t You?

Ron Edmondson — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 06:56:11 +0000

It is my firm conviction that many organizations (especially churches) have bad policies that need to improve. And, most likely, some policies that simply need to disappear.

14 Principles Of Effective Church Administration

Brian Dodd — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 11:03:49 +0000

Dr. Dwight Riddick's remark was “Operate the church like a business? Yes, but elevate that. Operate the church like the Bible says. Good businesses get their ideas from the Bible. If the church does good Bible, it will do good business.” That's effective church administration.

You Can Recover From Burnout: 12 Keys to Finding Your New Normal

Carey Nieuwhof — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:01:45 +0000

To recover from burnout and overwhelm, you need better patterns, not just a better attitude.

99 Questions for Hiring a Worship Pastor

Greg Atkinson — Sat, 11 Jun 2022 11:01:27 +0000

What I have found over the years through consulting and numerous conversations with senior pastors and executive pastors is that they simply don’t know what to ask when hiring a worship pastor.

If You Understand Inflation You Can Protect Your Church

Rich Birch — Wed, 25 May 2022 06:53:42 +0000

Although in the local church world, we may not see its impact right away, it is going to affect your church and mine. Does your church leadership understand inflation?

My First Four Lessons as an Executive Pastor

Tracey Rouse — Fri, 20 May 2022 11:01:00 +0000

Do you know the distinguishing differences between being the leader and supporting the leader?

Church Hiring Practices vs Software Platform Policies

Nick Nicholaou — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 05:13:54 +0000

Many IT solution providers require churches and ministries to certify that they do not discriminate in their employment or hiring practices as a condition of qualifying for a donation from that provider in the form of a heavily discounted charity license.

How to Share Your Church Financial Report With the Congregation

Yvon Prehn — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 05:39:57 +0000

Like any family, the church needs money to take care of its members and to do its job with a church financial report to congregation.

Post COVID-19: Is the Church Collection Plate a Thing of the Past?

Phil Cooke — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 05:20:14 +0000

Long before the pandemic hit, many churches in America had already shifted to online giving, so when the lockdown began, the lack of physical attendance had little impact on their donations. What is happening to the church collection plate?

Are Pastors Mandated Reporters Regarding Child Abuse?

Stephanie Martin — Thu, 27 May 2021 12:11:43 +0000

Are pastors mandated reporters regarding child abuse? The laws vary by state, and some states are even in the process of changing their laws. Here's what you need to know if you work in a church.

Creating a Church Annual Report

Church Fuel — Tue, 11 May 2021 05:55:29 +0000

If your church's fiscal year ends this summer, it’s almost that time of year again. Time to create your church annual report.

10 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Children’s Ministry Director

Dale Hudson — Fri, 07 May 2021 12:05:03 +0000

The children's ministry director is one of the most critical hires you can make. Here are great questions to use when hiring your children's ministry director.

Here’s the Data on Church Performance During the Pandemic

Phil Cooke — Wed, 05 May 2021 12:51:49 +0000

Christianity Today compiled survey statistics from Associated Press, Pew Research, and the American Family Survey, asking people their opinions on church performance during the pandemic.

How a Church Directory Connects Members During Tough Times

Stephanie Martin — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:21:07 +0000

Throughout the pandemic, directories and the important information they contain have kept church members linked, strengthened their bonds and helped to ensure that everyone feels loved and valued.

How to Develop a Great Administrative Assistant

Katelyn Masyga — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 05:36:50 +0000

A great administrative assistant can become your partner and one of your most powerful assets as a leader when you work as a team.

3 Perspectives on How to Start a Church With Little to No Money

Ray Hollenbach — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 05:16:59 +0000

When it comes to how to start a church, two things are certain: (1) God can provide, and (2) people matter more than money.

Doubling the Value of a Pastor’s Ministry Expenses

Clergy Advantage — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 11:50:08 +0000

All ministers have ministry expenses. What many churches and ministers don’t realize is the value to a church and to a minister in implementing an Accountable Reimbursement Plan for ministry expenses, especially in light of recent tax law changes.

The Top 3 Project Delivery Methods for Your Successful Building Project

Building Gods Way — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 20:17:34 +0000

One of the most crucial steps in the early stages of planning for a church building project is choosing the right project delivery method. Each delivery system has its characteristic advantages and disadvantages depending on the type and size of the project.

Four States Of Transition Management

Gavin Adams — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:21:27 +0000

What is missing from nearly every change process is transition management. It’s helpful to understand why a change process isn’t sufficient for most change efforts.

Thinking of Starting a New Ministry?

Clergy Advantage — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:23:10 +0000

If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a new ministry, here’s some exciting news. There is an option that’s generally less expensive and a lot simpler start a new ministry. We call it a Charitable C.

Who Qualifies for Minister Tax Status?

Clergy Advantage — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:19:24 +0000

A common misconception about minister tax status is that it is only available to ordained ministers. The IRS criteria for church staff members to qualify for minister tax status is a lot more inclusive than you might expect.

Why Is Retirement So Different for Ministers?

Clergy Advantage — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 15:55:55 +0000

For proper retirement planning, the first key element is that every minister should have a clergy-specific 403(b) retirement plan to preserve and maximize their amazing tax benefits. These plans are designed for ministry tax benefits and offer unique tax advantages available only to ministers.

Social Security and the Minister: What It Means to “Opt Out”

Clergy Advantage — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 20:13:25 +0000

Social Security issues for ministers and their ability to opt out of Social Security on their ministry income is so different than for secular employees. It’s very important to a minister’s financial future to understand Social Security and what the rules and consequences are for any action.

10 Housing Allowance Tips for Ministers: What Ministers and Churches Need to Know

Clergy Advantage — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 20:58:20 +0000

The IRS tax code allows ministers to designate part of their compensation as Housing Allowance. When understood and implemented fully, this can be a lifelong tax advantage for all ministers.

Beyond vMix – 8 Excellent Live Streaming Apps

Duke Taber — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 03:36:45 +0000

Different broadcasters have different needs but with today’s live streaming apps, it is easy to get professional results without spending a lot of money.

Why People Do Give to Their Church… and Why They Don’t

James Emery White — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 14:00:34 +0000

The commands to give are clear and unambiguous. Obedience in the Christ life is always about the heart. It’s wanting to find out what God wants, and then wanting to do it. It’s the wonderful dynamic of having Him as both Forgiver and Leader.

7 Good Questions Before You Hire For An Open Position

Dan Reiland — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 12:59:00 +0000

When you hire, make it your goal to achieve greater productivity as well as the health of your staff.

The COMPLETE Church Communicator’s Toolkit

Bryan Haley — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 04:20:49 +0000

Leveraging the right set of tools can help you be more efficient and productive. So here’s a church communicator's toolkit to help you ease or even cut through the noise.

Amy Edmondson: How to Tell If Your Workplace Is Psychologically Safe

Stephanie Martin — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 18:42:02 +0000

Harvard professor Amy Edmondson, author of The Fearless Organization, challenged leaders to encourage innovation and to risk “intelligent failure” during her 2020 Global Leadership Summit message.

A Four-Step Action Plan for Churches and Non-Profits to Restore Finances Following the Pandemic

John Madison — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 18:36:40 +0000

Charitable donations are often the first spending to be cut and the last to return during a financial crisis. Here are some ideas for churches to jumpstart their cash flow during such a time.

How to Create Buy-in for a Church Building Project

Jed Davis — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 05:00:19 +0000

If your church has ever been through a building project, then you know that you need buy-in before any project can get off the ground.

12 Questions That Bring Clarity to Your Church Finances

Dan Reiland — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 12:45:01 +0000

I've never coached or consulted a church that told me they had too much money. That's why these 12 questions to bring clarity to church finances are helpful for every church.

24 Ways To Expand Your Children’s Ministry Budget

Kathie Philips — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Kathie Phillips gives some great ideas on how to make your kidmin budget go even further.

Mobile Church on a Shoe-String Budget – It CAN Be Done!

Bryan Haley — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 02:43:09 +0000

Several years ago, I helped transition our church from a single-site church to a 3-campus multisite church. One of our new locations was going to meet in a local movie theater, which meant we needed to think about how to do portable or mobile church well. Lots of churches are set up a mobile church, […]

Should a Church Show Individual Pastor and Staff Salaries in the Budget?

Thom Rainer — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 05:55:13 +0000

This question comes to the Church Answers’ team and me a few times a month. It often evokes some pretty strong emotions. Can a church member (or, in some cases, guests) look at a church budget and know exactly what everyone on church staff earns? Should a Church Show Individual Pastor and Staff Salaries in […]

Buildings and Other Things Leaders Shape

Eric Geiger — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 05:00:41 +0000

There are moments in a ministry or organization that form the culture. Moments where there is clarity of belief or direction. Moments where memories are made. Moments where people are invited to internalize and commit to what is most important.